LaKeshia Myers

Russell Antonio Goodwin, Jr. Wins Northwest Side Assembly Seat

Goodwin easily defeats Deanna Alexander for open seat.

A Summer of Intense Politics

With more to come in the next two months.

Most Incumbents Beat Challengers in State Legislature Primaries

Wisconsin had the most contested Assembly primary races since 2012.

Drake Defeats Myers For State Senate Seat

Dora Drake will replace Lena Taylor in Wisconsin State Senate.

Milwaukee Partisan Primary Election Results

A number of winner-take-all primaries on the ballot will reshape Milwaukee's legislative delegation.

Milwaukee Senate and Assembly Races

A handful of partisan primaries will also determine the winner of the general election in November.

Dora Drake Wins Unusual Special Election

She'll serve remainder of Lena Taylor's term as state senator, but can't leave campaign trail.

Dora Drake Defeats Myers For State Senate Seat

Drake wins first of two races to replace Lena Taylor. Election has attempted disruptions.

High Stakes, Low Turnout Special Election Tuesday

State senate race pits Dora Drake vs. LaKeshia Myers to replace Lena Taylor.

New Election Commission Director Approved

Paulina Gutierrez has strong support of mayor, council president and commission staff.

State Elections Commission Allows Trump-Backed Congressional Candidate on Ballot

WEC says it cannot initiate its own investigation, sworn complaint needed to start probe.

Representative LaKeshia Myers Considers Appeal of Wisconsin Election Commission Decision

Rep. Myers: It is Evident that MPS Board is Part of the Problem

Former Wisconsin State Legislature Staffer, Katrina Blossom Morrison, Announces Candidacy for 12th Assembly District

Rep. Myers Responds to Criticism Leveled at UWM Chancellor

Rep. Myers Responds to Bice Article Regarding Outside Employment

Special Elections for State Senate, US House Are Complicated

New maps affect elections for 4th state Senate District and 8th US House District.

Alexander, Goodwin Running For Same Assembly Seat

The two candidates previously faced off running for a seat on the Milwaukee County Board.

Rep. Myers Issues Statement Regarding Fair Legislative Maps

Milwaukee Leaders Want State To Allow Red Light Cameras

Mayor Johnson, County Executive Crowley say cameras are proven tool for addressing reckless driving.

Assembly Committee Votes To Overhaul Voucher School Funding

Governor Evers has already signaled his opposition.

Wisconsin Lawmakers Call for Gaza-Israel Ceasefire

Nationwide, about 180 state and local officials have signed on to a letter to the Biden administration organized by Jewish Voice for Peace

Sen. Larson joins national call to Pres. Biden for ceasefire in Gaza

Milwaukee Wants More Reckless Drivers Towed

United council backs state law change. But proposal could die in Legislature.

Parties Bicker Over How to Do Iowa-Style Redistricting

Democrats charge that Vos plan will hand ultimate power to Republican legislators.

With Lawsuits Pending, Assembly Republicans Approve Redistricting Changes

Fight over gerrymandering now moves to Senate.

Republican Proposal Designed To Give Tax Break To Retirees

Proposal, which has some early bipartisan support, would protect retirees from Wisconsin income taxes.

Republicans Approve Gov. Evers’ Allocation of $32.6 Million More To Build Milwaukee Youth Prison

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Assembly Passes School Crime, Conversion Therapy Bills

Bill provides no funding for school resource officers. Democrats oppose both bills.

Milwaukee Youth Prison Costs Grow 71%

Gov. Evers proposes additional $33 million for Lincoln Hills replacement.

Rep. Myers Responds to Urban Milwaukee Article Alleging “Double Dipping”

Rep. LaKeshia Myers Is a Double Dipper

Working as public school teacher and administrator while serving in Legislature, getting two full time salaries.

Can Everett Mitchell Win High Court Race?

Last in fundraising in state Supreme Court race, Dane County judge says grass roots support is key.

Representative LaKeshia Myers Issues Statement on Tyre Nichols

Council Approves New Youth Prison in Milwaukee

Replacement for troubled Lincoln HIlls facility doesn't come without objections.

Representative LaKeshia Myers Mourns the Loss of Connecticut State Representative Quentin Williams

Rep. Drake Elected as Wisconsin Legislative Black Caucus Chair

Milwaukee Candidates For State Assembly

A number of contested races, including a high-stakes open seat in the southwest corner of the city.

Evers Announces Milwaukee Site For Lincoln Hills Replacement

Replacement for troubled youth justice facility would be on city's northwest side.

Representative LaKeshia Myers Issues Statement on Judge Ketanji Brown-Jackson Senate Confirmation

Bill To Hike Property Tax Credit Raises Controversy

Targeted tax credits meant to threaten funding for school districts that went virtual.

Senate Advances Bill Banning Critical Race Theory

Committee advances bill that financially penalizes schools who disobey law.

Senate Passes New Reading Test for Early Grades

Modeled on Mississippi plan. Democrats call it meaningless without more spending on education.

Is Third Time The Charm for Red Light Cameras?

Rep. LaKeshia Myers reintroduces bill to allow Milwaukee to use cameras to bust speeders and red-light runners.

I Am Not My Hair

County Board of Supervisors Unanimously Adopt Supervisor Coggs-Jones Resolution Supporting the CROWN Act

Legislators Clash On Police Funding

A heated debate as Republicans condemn Milwaukee and Milwaukee legislators defend the city.

Rep. Brostoff Statement on Votes against Speaker’s Task Force Police “Reform” Bills

“A Rigged Process Produced Rigged Results”

Representative LaKeshia Myers Releases Statement Observing the Tulsa Race Massacre of 1921

Who’s the Most Right Wing Of All?

Conservative group ranks state’s most conservative members of Congress and Legislature.

Nonpartisan Races Getting Too Partisan

State superintendent race and school policies should not be so politicized.

Bill Bans Discrimination Against Black Hairstyles

CROWN Act expands racial discrimination protections to hairstyles like braids, locs, twists.

Meet the District 4 School Board Candidates

Aisha Carr and Dana Kelley both have a flock of endorsements.

Statement on LaKeshia Myers endorsement

Representative LaKeshia Myers Introduces Bill Aimed at Increasing the Number of DATCP Dog Inspectors

Assembly Legislators Show Their Priorities

Minutes to pass big expansion of voucher schools, hours debating home schools.

Representative LaKeshia Myers Issues Statement on the Passing of Civil Rights Icon Vernon E. Jordan, Jr.

Representative LaKeshia Myers Reintroduces CROWN Act Aimed at Eliminating Hair Discrimination in Wisconsin

Myers Bill Ends No-Knock Search Warrants

Wisconsin was the first to legalize this and Milwaukee legislator wants state to be first to end it.

Representative LaKeshia Myers Introduces “Breonna’s Law” Legislation to Ban No-Knock Warrants in Wisconsin

Representative LaKeshia Myers Condemns Assembly Republican’s Political Gamesmanship with COVID-19 Legislation

Representative LaKeshia Myers Introduces Legislation to Waive the Foundations of Reading Test during the COVID-19 Pandemic

City Bans Discrimination Based on Hairstyle

In unanimous vote, Milwaukee passes local version of CROWN Act.

Representative LaKeshia Myers Issues Statement on Governor Tony Evers’ State of the State Address

Legislator Pushes Illegal Election of Trump

Committee chair wants to order electors to ignore state vote and give Trump the state’s electoral votes.

Representative LaKeshia Myers Rebukes Assembly Speaker’s Call for Election Investigation

Your Guide to Down Ballot Races

Trump versus Biden isn't the only ballot item. Here's information on 13 other races across the county

DOJ announces $41 million for Wisconsin Law Enforcement

But, no one seems to know how the money will be spent.

Suburb’s Equity Leader Seeks ‘Good Trouble’

Wauwatosa Equity and Inclusion Commission chair Sean Lowe fights for change in the city.

The Curious Campaign of Michele Bryant

Why is a Democratic state senator’s chief of staff running against another Democratic senator?

WEAC Press Release on recommendation of Rep Meyers

Legislature Unlikely to Respond to BLM Movement Soon

Republican controlled state legislature shows no signs of convening to respond to the growing movement for police reform.

First Lady Evers Announces the Wisconsin 19th Amendment Celebration Committee’s New “Women Who Inspire” Nominee

Committee celebrates Dr. Berdie Cowser of Milwaukee

Everybody Wants Action From Gov. Evers

Madison protesters want protection. Republican legislators want tougher policing.

Legislators Decry Racially Insensitive Actions at Wauwatosa Anytime Fitness

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Rep. LaKeshia Myers Addresses Threats Received in wake of “Safer at Home” Protests

Will “Safer at Home” Be Policed Fairly?

Some areas most impacted by COVID-19 have also been victims of excessive policing.

Pandemic Suppresses the Black Vote

Biggest impact of poll closures, long lines, on Milwaukee’s African American community.

Contribution to Lena Taylor of $100

Milwaukee Cancels Early Voting

UPDATE: Barrett calls for election to be postponed or switched to mail-in only voting.

Representative LaKeshia Myers Calls on Governor to Cancel K-12 Standardized Testing

Shooting at Molson Coors Left 6 Dead, Including Gunman

Law enforcement and elected officials lament the tragedy.

Rep. LaKeshia Myers Issues a Statement Regarding the Active Shooter at MillerCoors in Milwaukee

Bipartisan Water Quality Bills Pass

Though, they do not make it through the sharply divide legislature without some disagreement.

Controversial “Tougher on Crime” Bills Pass

Two parties split over the future of criminal justice. Democrats assail GOP for "fear mongering" legislation.

Representative LaKeshia Myers Issues Statement Regarding Governor Evers’ Signing of Act 84

Legislation Targets Hair Discrimination

Federal bill pushed by Rep. Gwen Moore, state bill by Milwaukee Rep LaKeshia Myers.

Bid to Amend Constitution Gets Weird

GOP legislators back constitutional convention and chair mistakes one black lawmaker for another.

Representative Myers’ Response to the State of the State Address

I am confident in the governor’s plans to move Wisconsin forward

Assembly Republicans Move Resolution that Could Destroy Federal Constitution

Resolution calls for a constitutional convention on several broad repeals of federal powers.

Bill Addresses “Race Out of Place” Police Stops

Rep. Stubbs suffered such racial profiling when campaigning in mostly white neighborhood.

‘Relentless Pursuit’ Worries Immigration Activists

Will new federal enforcement effort, working with Milwaukee Police, involve ICE agents?

Federal Crime Effort Includes Milwaukee

One of 7 cities picked for new anti-crime program, Operation: Relentless Pursuit.

Milwaukee Legislators Target Racial Inequality

'Disrupting Disparities’ proposals by African American lawmakers include criminal justice reforms.

Representative LaKeshia Myers Introduces Legislation Punishing Unlawful Summoning of a Police Officer

Representative LaKeshia Myers Urges Law Enforcement to Proceed with Caution Regarding Operation Relentless Pursuit

It’s time to Hold Lawmakers Accountable for Votes on Education

SOS Wauwatosa calls on legislators to provide adequate school aids.

Representative LaKeshia Myers Issues Statement on the Passing of Former Congressman John Conyers, Jr.

"I was saddened to hear of the passing of long-time Michigan Congressman, John Conyers, Jr."

Representative LaKeshia Myers Introduces Black Catholic History Month Resolution

Nationally, Black Catholic History Month was first recognized in 1990 by the National Black Catholic Clergy Caucus of the United States.

Evers Calls Special Session on Guns

Governor says only Vos and Fitzgerald prevent common sense gun reforms.

Representative LaKeshia Myers Honors First Responder Eliza A. Ortiz

"I am proud to honor Eliza Ortiz today as the twelfth district’s first responder of the year."

Bill Expands Minority Teacher Loan Program

Would bring more minority teachers to 20 additional school districts.

Lena Taylor Announces Run for Mayor

"We need leadership and an office that is not corrupt," she declares.

Representative LaKeshia Myers Introduces CROWN Act Aimed at Eliminating Hair Discrimination in Wisconsin

"While we cannot legislate morality, we can legislate equity and the CROWN Act is a step forward in ensuring equitable hiring and employment practices in the state of Wisconsin."

Evers Signs Bill Legalizing Scooters

Mayor says scooters could be back on Milwaukee streets in a few weeks.

Rep. LaKeshia Myers Supports Governor Evers’ Partial Vetoes

The governor, with the stroke of his pen drastically improved the state budget.

Republican Budget is Replete with Countless Missed Opportunities

"The budget passed today leaves much to be desired for the people of Wisconsin."

Six State Legislative Democrats endorse Chris Abele for re-election

Abele earns support from more legislative Democrats than during his successful 2016 campaign

Rep. Robyn Vining Appointed to Task Force on Adoption

This committee will focus on addressing the barriers facing biological and adoptive parents in the adoption process.

Rep. LaKeshia Myers Supports Governor Evers’ Plan for Special Education Funding

Applauds proposed investment in our students and local school districts

No Shame in the School Lunch Line

Milwaukee state Rep. LaKeshia Myers is co-sponsoring a bill that would prohibit school districts from singling students out when it’s time to have a midday meal.

Electric Scooters Could Return This Year

Bill working its way through state Legislature to legalize electric scooters.

A New Generation of Political Leaders

GenXers and Millennials are replacing Baby Boomers in political office.

Bill Ends Waivers for Immunizations

In response to measles outbreak, bipartisan proposal ends waivers for “personal convictions”.

State Legislators endorse JoCasta Zamarripa in race to be next 8th District Alderwoman

"I’m humbled so many of my current colleagues have my back on this journey to serve Milwaukee on the Common Council."

Representative LaKeshia Myers Issues a Statement Regarding the Lame Duck Court Ruling

"Today’s ruling is a win for the people of Wisconsin; it reaffirms that one party cannot act as a dictatorship over the other."

Contribution to Shyla Deacon of $50

GOP Senators, Too, Resist Honoring Kaepernick

They remove Milwaukee native and former NFL star from black history resolution, but won’t say why.

All the Election Data You Want

It was one for the history books, with many surprising results and newcomers.

23 Election Winners and Losers

Beyond the vote totals, who were the other winners and losers in yesterday’s election?

Unions Go Big for Mahlon Mitchell

No candidate got more from outside groups, who spent $412,300 on Democratic candidate for governor.

No Choice in 36% of Legislative Races

Gerrymandering and decline in number of candidates leaves 2.5 million residents with no choice.

Beyond Sherman Park

Community takes stock of central city a year after unrest. Discussion to air on PBS Aug. 10